Divided Congress Faces Fight over Spending
The new House Republican majority plans to push for deep cuts in federal spending, forcing a showdown with President Obama and the Democratic-controlled Senate as early as March.

VA: Veteran-Owned Firms Must Prove Eligibility
A new law requires veteran-owned businesses to prove their eligibility to receive set-aside contracts from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Senators’ “First Priority:” Stop Contracting Fraud
Bipartisan leaders of the Senate Small Business Committee have asked SBA to present a detailed plan for combating fraud in contracting programs.

SBA To Seek Comment on New Size Standards
SBA tentatively plans to ask for public comment in February on its proposed changes in size standards for NAICS sector 54, covering professional, scientific and technical services.

Energy Dept: No Pay Raises for Contractors
With federal employees’ pay now frozen, the Energy Department has imposed a two-year freeze on salary and bonus payments for contractor employees working at its national laboratories and other facilities.

Business Issues: The Last Sales Pitch
In the world of competitive government bidding, the traditional close does not exist. It takes a new form called “proposal.”

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